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is subsumed with
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "is subsumed with" is not correct in standard English usage.
The correct expression would be "is subsumed by." Example: "The smaller categories are subsumed by the broader classification."
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The entire screen is subsumed with an inane video.
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Weekends were subsumed with Sunday open houses, the fine art of gawking in neighbors' homes having moved right up there with baseball as a favorite American pastime.
News & Media
-- were being utilized to form what was a veritable amber whirlpool which was subsumed with speed-of-light rapidity into the system of the prone and inert -- however wide-eyed -- Mrs. Tubridy".
News & Media
This also holds for private renters albeit not shown in the Table 2 results as this category was subsumed with social renting in the 1993 model.
Science
Similarly, natural disasters (which can be subsumed with armed conflict under the broad category of humanitarian crises) disproportionally affect LMIC.
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Given the relative divergence times inferred in this and other studies (for example, [ 49, 50, 59]), we would argue that Histriophoca and Pagophilus should remain as distinct genera, with both Halichoerus and Pusa being subsumed with Phoca.
Science
Concerning family-level relationships, the topology is concordant with a recent study [ 32], in which the family Hesperiidae (along with Hedylidae) is subsumed within Papilionoidea, and the family Papilionidae is the sister clade of the remaining butterflies.
Science
She's incredibly articulate on the thorny subjects of parent-child relations, and how the self can be subsumed within marriage, but only with regard to her characters.
News & Media
Resilience concepts used in the mental health sciences that focus on dynamic processes (engineering resilience or rebound, adaptation to, and coping with stressful events) are subsumed within ecological resilience, an emergent phenomenon that emphasizes the existence of alternative regimes in bipolar disorder.
Once AIDS begins its scything, Hartley's progress as an author is subsumed by the caregiving he practices with constant love and occasional resentment: "Why didn't others take off from their jobs?
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A few have been subsumed within medical examiner's labs, and some are associated with universities.
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Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Use "is subsumed by" instead of "is subsumed with". This adheres to standard English grammar and ensures clarity.
Common error
Avoid using "with" after "subsumed". The correct preposition is "by", which indicates the encompassing entity.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "is subsumed with" attempts to express a relationship of inclusion or incorporation. However, it's grammatically incorrect; the correct form is "is subsumed by". Ludwig AI indicates this non-standard usage.
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
The phrase "is subsumed with" is grammatically incorrect. Ludwig AI identifies this as non-standard usage, with the correct form being "is subsumed by". While some instances of "is subsumed with" appear in various sources, its use is discouraged due to its incorrectness. Alternatives such as "is encompassed by" or "is included in" are recommended for clear and grammatically correct communication. The intended meaning involves hierarchical inclusion.
More alternative expressions(10)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
is encompassed by
Replaces "subsumed with" to indicate something is completely included or surrounded by something else. It's more formal and emphasizes the extent of inclusion.
is contained within
Highlights the physical or conceptual boundaries of inclusion, implying the included item is surrounded.
is included in
A simpler way to express that something is part of a larger whole. Lacks the nuance of hierarchical organization implied by 'subsumed'.
is integrated into
Suggests a blending or combination into a unified system, rather than a strict hierarchical relationship.
is absorbed into
Implies a merging where the original entity loses its distinct identity within the larger whole. Suggests a more complete incorporation.
is categorized under
Focuses specifically on classification. Suitable when the primary purpose is to group items based on shared characteristics.
falls under the umbrella of
Emphasizes that something is protected or covered by a broader category, implying a degree of safeguarding or relevance.
is grouped with
A basic way of stating that items are collected together, lacking any sense of hierarchy or transformation.
is classified as
Emphasizes formal arrangement into classes, divisions or sets.
is represented by
Indicates that something acts as a symbol, type, or expression.
FAQs
What is the correct way to use the term "subsumed"?
The correct construction is "is subsumed by", for example: "The details are subsumed by the main idea." The preposition "by" indicates what the subject is being included or contained within.
What can I say instead of "is subsumed with"?
Alternatives include "is encompassed by", "is included in", or "is integrated into", depending on the context. "Is subsumed with" is not considered standard English.
Which is correct, "is subsumed with" or "is subsumed by"?
"Is subsumed by" is the correct and grammatically accepted form. "Is subsumed with" is generally considered incorrect. The Cambridge Dictionary explains that subsume means to include something in a larger group or set.
How does "is subsumed by" differ from "is related to"?
"Is subsumed by" indicates a hierarchical relationship, where one thing is fully included within another. "Is related to", on the other hand, simply suggests a connection or association without implying complete inclusion.
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Usage summary
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Expert rating
Real-world application tested